Every day, in a million ways, members of the ELCA are making the world a better place. In far reaches of the globe, and right here in our neighborhood, you’ll see that Lutherans aren’t folks who simply talk about their beliefs. We put them into action.

So make a meal to share. Have your opinion on government policy heard. Help a friend through their time of need. Here you’ll find stories that inspire and opportunities to get involved. Find out just how rewarding God’s work can be.

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Bob Mueller, 15, responds to a hug from his grandmother Carol Mueller with a smile. (Photo: Mike Watson, The Lutheran)

Grappling with Autism

Autism is a disease that not only affects the individual, but the individual’s family.

Carol Mueller (pictured with her 15-year-old grandson, Bob) writes this month in The Lutheran magazine about different families' struggles and how grandparents do what they can to help.

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Your offering supports the work of the whole ELCA doing God's work in the world.

Withhold or Increase Mission Support?

A spectrum of reactions followed decisions taken by the 2009 Churchwide Assembly. Some have suggested withholding financial support. But many others have said this is the time to increase funding.

"We are trying to model tithing and priorities," said one pastor. "We recognize that we are united under Christ's cross and Christ's mission to the world."

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ELCA congregations are invited to join Operation Thanksgiving Card, initiated by ELCA Global Mission Support.

Send Thanksgiving Cards Overseas

Take the Operation Thanksgiving Card challenge. Create cards for ELCA missionaries and those in the military.

An ELCA missionary in South Africa, recounts: "Once there was a sponsoring congregation whose Sunday School sent a whole package of paper turkeys made from outlining the children's hands. It was awesome!"

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Care for Returning Veterans is a daylong workshop developed by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America for use in congregations and synods.

ELCA Congregations Care for Returning Veterans

"Care for Returning Veterans" is a daylong workshop developed by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America for use in congregations, synods and at other ministry sites.

The workshop materials are available on a free DVD with videos, script and print materials.

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The Rev. Andrew Genszler, director for advocacy, ELCA Washington Office, shakes hands with a Palestinian boy during the 2009 Bishops Academy in the Holy Land. (Photo by Allison Schmidt, ELCJHL)

CBS Religion Special to Air Nationally

"Religion, Politics & Advocacy," an interfaith religion special, was first broadcast Sunday, Sept. 27, on the CBS Television Network. Please check your local station for upcoming date and time.

The program looks at the day in the life of religious advocates, including Andrew Genszler, director, ELCA Washington Office. To watch a promo video, click on the right-hand sidebar of the Broadcast Media page.

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